College football is about more than just touchdowns and rivalries — it’s about history, legacy, and the legends who shaped the game. Few names embody that spirit like Lou Holtz.

The 88-year-old coaching icon confirmed through a video message posted by the Notre Dame Club of Arkansas that he will be in attendance at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, September 27, when Notre Dame takes on Arkansas in a much-anticipated Week 5 non-conference matchup.

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A coach who belongs to both schools

Holtz’s connection to both programs is deep. After brief stints at William & Mary and NC State, he took the reins at Arkansas in 1977. His very first season set the tone — an 11-1 record capped off with an Orange Bowl victory. Over seven seasons, he delivered a 60-21-2 record, establishing the Razorbacks as national contenders.

But it was his decade at Notre Dame that turned him into a household name. From 1986 to 1996, Holtz rebuilt the Irish into a powerhouse, culminating in the 1988 national championship season. That undefeated 12-0 run remains one of the proudest chapters in Notre Dame history. To this day, Holtz is one of only three coaches to win at least 100 games with the Irish.

A rivalry inside a friendship

Holtz has also remained in headlines for his fiery back-and-forth with Ryan Day, the head coach of Ohio State. Their exchanges, sometimes testy, have become a quirky subplot in the broader college football world — a reminder that Holtz’s passion for the game hasn’t dimmed even at 88.

The series years in the making

Saturday’s matchup marks the beginning of a long-awaited home-and-home series between Notre Dame and Arkansas. Originally announced back in 2017, the series was set to begin in 2020 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend. However, the COVID-19 pandemic forced a reshuffling, pushing that leg of the matchup to 2028.

For fans, that makes this Fayetteville showdown even more meaningful. It’s more than just a football game — it’s the merging of two programs Holtz once guided, with the man himself watching from the stands.

Why it matters

For Arkansas fans, Holtz’s return is a chance to celebrate a golden era when he turned the Razorbacks into a national force. For Notre Dame, his presence recalls the last time the Irish reached the pinnacle of college football. And for the sport as a whole, it’s a reminder that legends never really leave — they simply return at the right time.

As Holtz makes the trip back to Fayetteville, fans from both sides will feel a sense of history in the air. Whether you wear the gold and blue of Notre Dame or the cardinal red of Arkansas, Saturday promises to be more than a game. It’s a reunion with one of college football’s greatest storytellers.

For Scotland, the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico could not have begun in a tougher place — Copenhagen. Facing a Danish side ranked among Europe’s strongest, Steve Clarke’s men dug deep to earn a hard-fought 0-0 draw, a result many fans called “unexpected” and even “proof that Clarke can surprise us.”

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The Scots have not graced a men’s World Cup since 1998, but the stalemate in Denmark keeps hopes alive. Next up is Belarus on Monday, a game Clarke insists must deliver three points if Scotland are serious about ending nearly three decades of frustration.

Clarke’s brave call

Clarke ditched his usual setup for an unusual back four, deploying Lyndon Dykes and Che Adams together up front. The idea was simple — fight fire with fire and match Denmark’s physicality. Memories of the 2-0 defeat in Copenhagen during the last World Cup qualifiers clearly influenced the tactical gamble.

“The last time we came here, we were camped in from the first minute,” Clarke admitted. “Tonight we had to show flexibility, and the players left everything on the pitch.”

Pundits praise resilience

Former captain Scott Brown praised the team’s spirit: “Everyone gave a solid performance. Denmark had possession but never broke Scotland open.”

Ex-defender Willie Miller was impressed by Grant Hanley, saying: “In a back four, he was outstanding, never exposed.”

Former Rangers and Denmark forward Peter Løvenkrands added: “Scotland made it so difficult for Denmark — they sat back, dug in, and fought.”

Even Michael Stewart, who has often been critical, highlighted goalkeeper Angus Gunn: “His handling and composure were reminiscent of his best early games.”

BBC’s Tom English summed it up: “Not only do Scotland have a point on the board, but they’ve hurt one of their main rivals in the group. That’s huge.”

Fans react: cautious optimism

Reactions from supporters were mixed but leaned positive:

• Allan admitted: “I was asking why Ryan Christie was starting, but he ended up man of the match. Scotland battled hard and deserved the point.”
• G A Simpson argued Clarke’s tactics were too conservative: “Dykes and Adams lack pace. A Dykes-Doak combo could’ve troubled Denmark more.”
• Keith said: “Not exciting, but effective. We need three points against Belarus to make this a strong start.”
• Martin confessed: “I expected a thrashing but was proved wrong — a decent performance.”
• Stuart remained frustrated: “We had talent on the bench that never got used. Still, credit to the defence for being rock solid.”

The bigger picture

With Greece thrashing Belarus 5-1 in the other opener, Clarke sees a three-way fight between Scotland, Denmark, and Greece for the top two spots. “It’s not easy to reach a World Cup. We need humility and consistency in every game,” he said.

For Scotland, the message is clear: a point away in Copenhagen is a start — but beating Belarus at Hampden will decide whether this campaign is remembered as yet another false dawn or the real beginning of something historic.

The legend of Cristiano Ronaldo continues to grow. At the age of 40, when most footballers have long retired, the Portuguese icon reminded the world why he is still regarded as one of the greatest to ever play the game.

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On Saturday afternoon, during the Saudi Super Cup final clash between Al Nassr and Al Ahli, Ronaldo etched his name deeper into football history. With a trademark strike in the first half, he became the first player in history to score 100 goals in four separate nations—a record that only he could break, considering the previous record-holder was also Cristiano Ronaldo himself.

The achievement left fans in awe. One supporter wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “That’s why he’s called the GOAT 🐐”. Another fan commented: “The previous holder of the record was also Cristiano Ronaldo. He keeps breaking his own record.”

For over two decades, Ronaldo has redefined consistency and longevity in football. From his early days at Sporting CP to conquering England with Manchester United, dominating Spain at Real Madrid, thriving in Italy with Juventus, and now leading in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr, his career has been a global journey of records and trophies.

Even at 40, he continues to silence doubters who believed his peak had passed years ago. A third fan summed it up perfectly: “What a career this man’s had! And, remarkably, even at over 40, there’s still more to come.”

This milestone cements Ronaldo’s legacy as not just a prolific goalscorer but a footballer who defied age, geography, and expectations. For young strikers worldwide, his career remains the gold standard. And for Al Nassr fans, his presence is nothing short of historic.